1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
